Cyclohexanone is produced by the oxidation of cyclohexane in air, typically using cobalt catalysts: C₆H₁₂ + O₂ → (CH₂)₅CO + H₂O. ... The oxidation involves radicals and the intermediacy of the hydroperoxide C₆H₁₁O₂H. In some cases, purified cyclohexanol, obtained by hydration of cyclohexene, is the precursor.

Which reaction will produce cyclohexane?

Cyclohexane/benzene is the most studied aromatic/alicyclic mixture: cyclohexane is produced by the catalytic hydrogenation of benzene. In order to maximize the yield of the reaction and to obtain pure cyclohexane, the removal of the product from the rector is crucial.

What products contain cyclohexanone?